Drama and Theatre is a subject that develops and nurtures key skills that are essential in wider life. Many universities favour applicants who have taken the subject, as they will have such attributes as keen analytical skills, emotional intelligence and the ability to work collaboratively. These skills are also, of course, highly relevant in the workplace. During the course, pupils develop a strong sense of self-confidence and self-awareness, as well as honing their written and reflective abilities. Although practical performance work is at the heart of what the course entails, many of the marks come from well-structured and highly analytical written work. This ensures that students finish the course with a wide range of attributes.
At A-level, the requirement for an in-depth understanding of performance and intention for an audience is highly valued. This is assessed through both practical and written work. Students will have the opportunity to extend their experience, understanding and knowledge of the following components: • Directorial Knowledge of Set Texts and Analysis of Live Performance • The Process and Practice of Devised Work • Performance and Evaluation of Scripted Work Component 1- Directorial Knowledge of Set Texts and Analysis of Live Performance 40%, assessed externally through a written examination Component 2- The Process and Practice of Devised Work 30%, assessed internally through practical work and an associated working notebook Component 3- Performance and Evaluation of Scripted Work 30%, assessed externally through practical work and an associated refl ective report
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £48,075 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £48,075 |
| Address | Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 2HR |
Drama and Theatre is a subject that develops and nurtures key skills that are essential in wider life. Many universities favour applicants who have taken the subject, as they will have such attributes as keen analytical skills, emotional intelligence and the ability to work collaboratively. These skills are also, of course, highly relevant in the workplace. During the course, pupils develop a strong sense of self-confidence and self-awareness, as well as honing their written and reflective abilities. Although practical performance work is at the heart of what the course entails, many of the marks come from well-structured and highly analytical written work. This ensures that students finish the course with a wide range of attributes.
At A-level, the requirement for an in-depth understanding of performance and intention for an audience is highly valued. This is assessed through both practical and written work. Students will have the opportunity to extend their experience, understanding and knowledge of the following components: • Directorial Knowledge of Set Texts and Analysis of Live Performance • The Process and Practice of Devised Work • Performance and Evaluation of Scripted Work Component 1- Directorial Knowledge of Set Texts and Analysis of Live Performance 40%, assessed externally through a written examination Component 2- The Process and Practice of Devised Work 30%, assessed internally through practical work and an associated working notebook Component 3- Performance and Evaluation of Scripted Work 30%, assessed externally through practical work and an associated refl ective report